Director of Assisted Living

WesleyLife•Pella, IA

About The Position

The Director of Assisted Living administers and supervises assisted living services at Hearthstone, ensuring appropriate resident care and compliance with regulatory requirements. The role promotes resident independence, satisfaction, and quality of life while fostering teamwork and collaboration. The Director oversees traditional assisted living and memory support services, resident-centered programs, admissions, staffing, budgeting, resident assessments and service plans, and staff training. The role also participates in rotating on-call coverage with other nurse leaders for assisted living and health center clinical operations.

Requirements

RN, LPN, or BSN required.
A four-year college degree in a related field is required.
Ability to coach, manage, and lead a team to provide high-level services.
Attendance is an essential function of the position.
May require flexibility with hours.
Work in a healthcare environment with exposure to various medical conditions, including infectious diseases.
Use personal protective equipment as required.
Successfully complete a pre-hire health assessment and drug screen.

Nice To Haves

Previous experience in an Assisted Living Program.
Previous leadership experience.

Responsibilities

Plan, develop, and direct assisted living services, including programs and activities that meet residents’ clinical and psychosocial needs in traditional and memory support areas.
Collaborate with leaders and departments to meet federal, state, local, and corporate regulations and guidelines.
Conduct tours and admissions to help exceed community census targets.
Research and develop a social model of care that encourages resident choice and family involvement.
Develop, maintain, and periodically update procedures governing assisted living operations.
Hire, evaluate, and oversee Resident Associates and CNAs; plan and delegate assignments and ensure effective 24-hour scheduling.
Encourage family involvement, manage grievances, and follow up on customer concerns.
Orient new residents and support their integration into the community in accordance with WesleyLife hospitality standards and policies.
Conduct monthly Resident Forums.
Develop an annual budget with the Executive Director and monitor expenses.
Manage labor expenses against daily budgets, including overtime and PPD.
Provide case management to ensure pre-occupancy screening, assessments, and reassessments meet regulatory and payer guidelines.
Complete admission contracts and processes within applicable regulations and scope of practice for a non-RN individual.
Coordinate wellness and social activities and support a resident-centered program that promotes independence and individual preferences.
Monitor resident records and conditions, report significant changes to physicians, oversee resident service plans, assess service quality, and direct staff to implement needed changes.
Assist residents with activities of daily living and perform assisted living duties unless restricted by professional standards or regulations.
Coordinate departmental meetings and training, and ensure team members complete required learning.
Promote and facilitate interactive problem-solving with staff.
Participate in rotating on-call coverage with other nurse leaders for assisted living and health center clinical operations.
Perform other duties assigned by the Executive Director.

Benefits

DailyPay access to earnings before payday.
Flexible scheduling.
Comprehensive benefits package, including health care, vision, dental, and 401(k).
Free wellness center memberships and cash incentives for healthy habits.
Voluntary life, accident, and critical illness coverage.
Scholarship assistance up to $3,000 per year.
Tuition reimbursement up to $1,500 per year.
Educational discounts of 18% off tuition at Purdue University Global.
Ongoing leadership training and development pathways.
Referral bonus program.
Recognition and appreciation programs.